What can you do when a dishonest trustee won't release any money to get an attorney?

Contact an attorney ASAP! If one won't meet with you without a retain up front, call another. This should be a strong case for an attorney to take...

Generally, $19,000 is too small to justify a special needs trust. When you receive the money: (1) repay your sisters; (2) write a cashier's check...

How do I find and claim money that was left to me by a deceased family member?

Who notified you? If it was a family member, perhaps they can get more information for you. If not, be very careful. Do not give out your date of...

What are the rules in state of CA for selling a property and still remain eligible for medicare and medical?

Ms. Bergman' advice is excellent. I would add that if the property is still in your grandmother's name, giving it to you is the absolutely worst...

Can we make them share my significant's ashes?

Unless your ex put his wishes in writing, only his next of kin (the son) has any legal authority.

Putting the farm into a business structure such as a partnership or an LLC gives the ability to incorporate a lot of restrictions. But beware of...

If your sister's name has been added as an owner to accounts, your mom can't fix that by new estate-planning documents. SHE (not you) needs to...

As Power of Attorney for financial/healthcare, how debts after death handled?

Your authority as POA ends on her death. You have no obligation, and no power, to handle anything after her death.

No one can "name themselves" as power of attorney. Your uncle would have to have executed a document naming her. If your uncle is mentally...

Hospital is making threats for me to pay for my elderly mother's stay?

The hospital has an obligation to discharge your mother to a safe and suitable living arrangement. Do not let them bully you.